Guest Jana Howser*, National College Baseball Hall of Fame, Executive Vice President-Development gives insight only a daughter could about her father, Dick Howser**. As she does, you’ll learn why college baseball’s most prestigious award (baseball’s Heisman) bears his name. As you listen and learn, I challenge you to ask this question; Would you qualify for College Baseball’s Heisman, The Dick Howser Trophy? With love, energy, dedication and commitment, Jana walks us through the four criteria for the award, performance on the field, leadership, moral character and courage. You’ll hear stories about Dick’s friendship with George Brett, Frank White and others, his wit, the ability to balance life and decisions, remaining focused on others, and his tireless love of the game.
*Collegiate volleyball player and springboard diver, teacher, coach, business woman, College Baseball Foundation and College Baseball Hall of Fame leader, and lifetime baseball advocate.
** 2 time All-American shortstop-Florida State University, 1961 MLB Rookie of the Year-Kansas City Athletics began an eight year playing career, followed by eight-years as theYankees third base coach, Yankees manager in ’80 (winning 103 games) and Royals manager from ’81-87, including winning the ’85 World Series. In 1987, Dick was in the 24th year of his Major League Baseball career when, at age 51, he died of a brain tumor.